The national electrical code prohibits use of bx technically named armored cable ac in wet locations.
Can you use metal clad cable outdoors.
The code outlines many general and specific uses of type mc cable.
330 10 a and b.
Type mc cable without an outside nonmetallic jacket can be installed in an other space used for environmental air in accordance with section 300 22 c.
They can be direct buried where identified for such use.
Now ac cable cannot be used in exterior or damp locations.
Used for swimming pool pump and motor applications that requires a continuous run for significant labor savings.
Early ac cable often does not have this bonding wire.
These cables can be installed either indoors or outdoors and in exposed and concealed locations.
Advantages of metal clad cable why electricians love this stuff no need for electrical conduit with indoor applications since it has its own metal armor.
They are outlined in sec.
The bonding wire is unique to ac cable and this allows the outer metal armor in conjunction with the bonding wire to be used as an equipment ground.
Surface mounted or trenched for use in site lighting signage parking decks or lots marinas rooftops and stadium applications.
What are the uses permitted by the nec for metal clad cable type mc.